McDowell County, Tennessee
138 hiking & walking trails · 0parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 8 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in McDowell County, Tennessee
McDowell County is home to 138 mapped hiking trails and 0 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 8 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in McDowell County
Up to 138 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in McDowell County
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Sample Trails in McDowell County
Curated Guides for McDowell County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in McDowell County, Tennessee?
Yes — we have 138 mapped hiking and walking trails in McDowell County, Tennessee, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the most difficult hiking trail in McDowell County, Tennessee?
Laurel Log Branch Trail near Montreat is rated hard — the toughest classification among McDowell County, Tennessee's mapped trails.
What is the best hiking trail in McDowell County, Tennessee for families?
Adventure Trail near Ridgecrest is one of the best family picks in McDowell County, Tennessee — easy difficulty, short enough for kids and first-timers. See the full family hiking guide below for more options.
Is there a trail map for McDowell County, Tennessee?
Each of the 138 trails in McDowell County, Tennessee has its own page with an interactive map, GPS coordinates, and a link to view it on OpenStreetMap — no app or account needed.
What parks and recreation areas are in McDowell County, Tennessee?
We don't have parks or recreation areas mapped in McDowell County, Tennessee yet.
Can I go camping in McDowell County, Tennessee?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in McDowell County, Tennessee right now — check the state level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near McDowell County, Tennessee?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Tennessee for more options beyond McDowell County, Tennessee.
Hiking guides for Tennessee
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for McDowell County.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Tennessee, Ranked
Tennessee's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Tobias MrzykTennessee's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Tennessee trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Maddi BazzoccoThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Tennessee
Ten gentle, well-marked Tennessee trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Tennessee
Tennessee's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Diego LozanoThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in Tennessee
Federal parks and recreation areas in Tennessee ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Waterfall Hikes in Tennessee: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Tennessee's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.